Pajarita Wilderness

Pajarita Wilderness is a 7,499-acre federally protected wilderness area in Arizona managed by the Forest Service. It offers primitive backcountry hiking and backpacking for visitors seeking solitude in a non-motorized landscape. The area is subject to strict wilderness regulations: no roads, motorized vehicles, or mechanized travel are permitted. Visitors must practice Leave No Trace principles and be prepared for self-reliant backcountry travel.